Stroking the Rules
Let’s rule some lines and practice some basic strokes! What you need: writing surface pen holder, nib and reservoir ink dropper or brush (to load the reservoir) graph paper, sketchbook or plain paper...
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One aspect of calligraphy that is sometimes overlooked is Negative Space. Understanding and becoming aware of what is happening inside and around your lettering is helpful in determining problems with...
View ArticleDemystifying Gothic Lettering
Gothic lettering – sometimes referred to as Blackletter – is often a favorite of beginner calligraphers as it lends a sense of formality to a work. There are many variations of Gothic lettering in...
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